How this trust score was computed
Trust blends alignment (40%): does the outlet rank games the way players do; decoded accuracy (30%): after translating the outlet's own scale habits (a '7/10 means mediocre' scale is decoded, not punished), how well its reviews predict player sentiment; and player-side (30%): on games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, whose side it took. Recent reviews weigh more (2-year half-life), and the blend is shrunk toward a neutral prior (60) so small samples can't peg the scale. Player quality is launch-window Steam sentiment, so outlets aren't punished for reviewing a launch build that later got patched.
Controversy record: on 10 games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, this reviewer sided with players 5 times.
Computed 6m ago · full methodology →
Outlet vs. players
Each dot is a game both this outlet and players scored. The dashed line is perfect agreement: dots above it mean the outlet was more generous than players, below it more harsh.
Biggest disagreements with players
The receipts: games where this outlet's verdict landed furthest from player sentiment.
- -35STAR WARS™ Knights of the Old Republic™outlet 50 · players 85 · Nov 2021
- +26DEATHLOOPoutlet 100 · players 74 · Sep 2021
- -32The Ascentoutlet 40 · players 72 · Aug 2021
- +18RIDE 4outlet 85 · players 67 · Oct 2020
- -27Pumpkin Jackoutlet 60 · players 88 · Mar 2021
- -38Just Die Alreadyoutlet 40 · players 78 · Jul 2021
- -18Unrailed!outlet 70 · players 89 · May 2021
- -20In Sound Mindoutlet 70 · players 90 · Oct 2021
- +9DIRT 5outlet 70 · players 61 · Nov 2020
- -369 Monkeys of Shaolinoutlet 50 · players 86 · Oct 2020
Recent reviews (87 tracked)
- 80LEGO® Star Wars™: The Skywalker SagaApr 26, 2022 · Kyle Gaffney
“After years of delays, Kyle finally got his hands on Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, but are the laugh-out-loud moments enough to carry such a massive title?”
read full review ↗ - 70Martha Is DeadFeb 28, 2022 · Nick Deal
“Martha Is Dead will no doubt move forward with a cloud of controversy looking overhead. Whilst the graphic depictions of violence felt earned and fitting to me, they will feel gratuitous and unnecessary to others. Where it may lack engaging or innovative gameplay that sometimes bordered on frustrating, it excels in the core element of any media format – storytelling meaning that the investigation into Martha’s death is, overall, is well worth your investment. Think of it as an interactive film and you’ll have a hell of a time, in more ways than one.”
read full review ↗ - 70GRID LegendsFeb 26, 2022 · Chris Murphy
“As the behemoth that is Gran Turismo 7 looms in its March 4th release slot, GRID Legends offers a more user-friendly and arcade-like racing experience. One without the intricate minutia of the GT franchise. What it lacks in realism and subtlety it makes up in graphical bombast, sheer fun, and customization options.”
read full review ↗ - 80Grapple DogFeb 19, 2022 · Sterling Guilherme
“Grapple Dog was a fun romp that made me appreciate platformers much more. Staying up late, trying to get past hard levels? Excellent stuff. With constant new ideas, challenge levels, and groovy tunes along the way – Grapple Dog is a joyous time.”
read full review ↗ - 90SifuFeb 8, 2022 · Sam Comrie
“For every beatdown you take and every run lost to the ether, Sifu always maintains there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Sloclap has crafted an astounding, rewarding experience, one that serves up engrossing combat and intricate visual / music direction to accompany each fist of fury. Even with only five levels to beat, this doesn’t mean there isn’t any nuance or sense of scope to them. Every level is filled with vibrant atmospheres that sell the notion of a kung-fu adventure. Sifu’s narrative shortcomings are unfortunate, but overall this is a tapestry of martial arts excellence. Is Sifu the best kung-fu game ever made? It wouldn’t be a stretch to think so.”
read full review ↗ - 95OlliOlli WorldFeb 8, 2022 · Jeff Zoldy
“OlliOlli World is a complete revitalization of the franchise. Packed with personality, methodically designed levels, and tight gameplay, it establishes itself as a premiere sports series and one of the very best skateboarding games ever made. It invites you to be yourself and glide on your board to the beat of whatever you feel—and results in an ascendant skating experience that is not to be missed.”
read full review ↗ - 75UNCHARTED™: Legacy of Thieves CollectionJan 28, 2022 · Callum Self
“Legacy of Thieves is just in an odd place. Its arrival is clearly well-timed for Tom Holland’s cinematic iteration of the franchise but rarely offers much to either intrigued players or Uncharted fans. If you’re new to the series, you’ll likely be playing the first games through backward compatibility with the Nathan Drake Collection of remasters first and foremost, and fans are already aware of Nathan’s story. That being said, Legacy of Thieves is still a great duo of games. Both A Thief’s End and Lost Legacy are superbly written, narrative-focused, and most importantly, entertaining games which offer some of the best action and plots that PlayStation has seen throughout its history”
read full review ↗ - 75Beyond a Steel SkyJan 21, 2022 · Markus Almerud
“Beyond a Steel Sky is a really good adventure game that stands strong thanks to its solid writing, fun puzzles, and stunning presentation.”
read full review ↗ - 75Windjammers 2Jan 20, 2022 · Sam Comrie
“Even in the face of its complicated controls and sparse features, DotEmu exceeds at making Windjammers 2 a retro adrenaline blast.”
read full review ↗ - 55YuoniJan 14, 2022 · David Restrepo
“The best compliment one can bestow upon Yuoni is that its existence won’t be recalled 20 years from now as an insult to the genre.”
read full review ↗ - 50Battlefield™ 2042Nov 29, 2021 · Jeff Zoldy
“With some patches and tweaks, this could be a strong shooter experience, but it has fundamental issues that will not be fixed so easily. Let’s see if DICE gets the support to do so; otherwise, this entry will simply be another casualty for a franchise in desperate need of a win.”
read full review ↗ - 85LEGO® Marvel™ Super HeroesNov 28, 2021 · Sam Comrie
“With a story that lets die-hard fans and casual players get in on the fun, without feeling shortchanged, the experience is an exceptional pickup for the Switch. Grab your web-shooters or your Vibrainium shield. It’s time to assemble.”
read full review ↗ - 50STAR WARS™ Knights of the Old Republic™Nov 26, 2021 · Sterling Guilherme
“Despite having heard for years that this is one of the greatest games of all time, I still walked away disappointed. Hopefully, the remake does this classic better.”
read full review ↗ - 80Jurassic World Evolution 2Nov 16, 2021 · Nick Deal
“Jurassic World Evolution 2 offers the perfect escape to sink hours of your time into as you try and do what Dr. Hammond couldn’t. Whatever your playing style, there’s a mode to suit, worlds to explore, and dinosaurs to hatch. After all, life finds a way.”
read full review ↗ - 80Gang BeastsOct 29, 2021 · Aaron Bayne
“It may be small, but Gang Beasts on Switch still deals out a mean headbutt.”
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